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SPS Contract Extension

NHS ENGLAND

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25 Nov 2025 at 16:10

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25 Nov 2025 at 16:04

Summary of the contracting process

NHS England, based in London, is proceeding with an SPS Contract Extension for pharmacy services. This involves extending an existing contract from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026, with a total value of £1,208,578.78. The procurement method used was categorised as "Other" and the process is now in the award stage, having been completed with the contract award date on 28 May 2025. The procurement relates to services to be delivered in the United Kingdom, specifically focusing on pharmacy services, as classified under the CPV code 85149000.

This tender presents potential avenues for business expansion predominantly for companies specialising in pharmacy services, although it may not specifically cater to SMEs or VCSEs according to the criteria noted. Companies able to provide comprehensive pharmacy services that meet NHS standards are well-positioned to compete successfully in such extensions. Securing similar contracts is a strategic advantage for businesses aiming to consolidate their presence in the public health sector, enabling growth through reliable government partnerships.

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Notice Title

SPS Contract Extension

Notice Description

SPS Contract Extension from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b9167fc6-cecf-474f-a581-770adacba36c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98002d30-f16a-4884-b9fc-7491c79ef672
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85149000 - Pharmacy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,208,578 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,208,578 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DUPLICATE - ESNEFT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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